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We are located approximately 50 miles east of Columbus and 20 miles east of Lancaster Ohio off of State Route 37 in the City of New Lexington.
Perry County Sheriff’s Office
110 West Brown St.
New Lexington, Ohio 43764
740-342-4123

It is the mission of the Perry County Sheriff’s
Office to protect the lives and property of the
citizens of Perry County, Ohio. Further, to preserve
the peace through the prevention of crime and
disorder. We will provide the highest level of
law enforcement services possible by utilizing
all resources. The duties of the Perry County
Sheriff’s Office will be performed honestly,
with integrity and loyalty, while maintaining
high ethical and moral standards. We will develop
partnerships with all branches of the criminal
justice system and promote a positive working
relationship with those we serve.

Automated phone system, prompts and directory:

The Perry County Sheriff’s Office has recently reformatted its Automated Telephone Answering System. Communication from the public is an important aspect for initiating law enforcement action; this information is provided in an effort to inform the community on the procedures necessary to reach the appropriate personnel or departments within the Sheriff’s Office.